Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Chile Olive Oil Dinner- Fresh Tomato Treat

I was given the opportunity to choose the dishes to be served at my Chilean Olive Oil party and after reading through all of the possible appetizers, I quickly decided on the Fresh Tomato Tart. Puff Pastry filled with a creamy basil egg mix and then topped with slices of fresh tomato- I couldnt imagine anything better to start off a gathering of friends on the patio.

Turned out- I was right. The tart was a beautiful combination of creamy mousse, buttery pastry and fresh, acidic ruby red tomatos. The olive oil was blended into the cream and egg mix giving it a smooth body and a richer feel. This was an incredibly decadent appetizer, but one that is perfect for an elegant gathering.